Merkez Holidays from £210
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Your Merkez Holiday
Book a Merkez holiday package and prepare to experience the highlights of this city. Think about staying in the neighbourhood of Karaköy, which is great for nightlife, gift and craft shops and cafes. You'll want to take in some sights during your trip to Merkez. Carve out some time for leading attractions such as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Expedia is here to help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your holiday to Merkez to match your travel style, whatever that may look like.
Rotta Hotel İstanbul
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Merkez
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Sultanahmet Square – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
Istanbul City Center
Experience the bustling atmosphere of the beating heart of Istanbul, with its splendid mix of cosmopolitan and historical attractions.
Top hotels in Merkez
The Marmara Taksim
"Staff was very cooperative and the location is excellent, breakfast was very good"
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel & Restaurant
"I stayed overnight between flights. I was able to schedule transfers with the hotel easily. The room was comfortable and staff helpful. I would stay there again for a layover."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
"The room and the shower were both very spacious and comfortable! And, the harbor view was magnificent! I loved the people and the hotel!"
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026
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Things to do
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.